Metal traps definitely have that old-school charm, but I’ve run into my share of headaches with them. Last year, I was working on a 1920s bungalow—bea...

Green board’s fine for a powder room, I’ll give you that—no shower or tub means you’re not dealing with constant steam. But I’ve seen folks try to str...

Green board’s definitely better than plain drywall if you’re dealing with folks who never crack a window or flip on the fan. I’ve seen regular drywall...

You nailed it about the little things jumping out—people will notice the oddest details, and it’s always the ones you least expect. I’ve seen buyers w...

I hear you—most of the time, it’s just a mess behind the drywall. Once in a blue moon, I’ll find copper that’s actually in decent shape, but usually i...

Funny you mention that—I've actually used sheep’s wool in a couple of attic conversions, and honestly, critters haven’t been any more of an issue than...

Kitchen Redesign Adventure: Worth the Hype or Not? Deep drawers are a double-edged sword, for sure. I’ve seen folks get all excited about them during...

I get the urge to chase every little imperfection, but honestly, most clients never notice unless you point it out. Natural light is brutal, though—so...

Right? Jute looks great in photos but it’s brutal on bare feet. I’ve seen so many people regret that swap. Wool’s a classic for a reason—holds up, fee...

I get the moisture meter thing, but honestly, I've found that just giving the deck a good once-over every spring works pretty well for me. Had a clien...

Louvered doors definitely help with airflow, no argument there. But I'm curious—did you pair them with anything else to tackle the humidity issue? I'v...

Interesting you mention charcoal bags—I had a similar experience. Installed cedar panels in a client's walk-in closet last summer, and while the scent...